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Projects in action

Coalition for Equity and Opportunity (CEO)

The Coalition for Equity and Opportunity (CEO) brings community organizations and residents together to address barriers to economic mobility for adults living in low-income housing in Kansas City. Led by Phoenix Family, the coalition connects expertise in childcare, transportation, digital access, and workforce opportunity. KC Digital Drive contributes digital expertise through a dedicated Digital Resource Coordinator who will help residents access devices and affordable internet, build digital skills, navigate online services, and connect with community resources.

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Johnson County Broadband Plan

KC Digital Drive partnered with Johnson County, Kansas, to develop a Broadband and Digital Access Plan that identifies connectivity gaps, assesses digital access needs, and outlines 47 recommendations for the future. Developed through data analysis, community engagement, and policy research, the plan provides a roadmap for expanding broadband access, strengthening digital resources, and helping the County navigate evolving technology needs.

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Jackson County Broadband Plan

KC Digital Drive is leading the development of the Jackson County Broadband and Digital Equity Action Plan. This strategic initiative assesses existing broadband infrastructure, identifies service gaps, and engages community stakeholders to bridge the digital divide. By analyzing market competition, affordability, and digital skills, the project will guide the County’s strategy and investment in helping county residents fully participate in digital life.

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DLX Device Access Program

Device Access is a core feature of the Digital Life Exchange (DLX), administered by KC Digital Drive, providing members with access to shared device resources, including laptops and Chromebooks, for distribution and support across the Kansas City region.

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Miami County Connectivity Council

The Miami County Connectivity Council (MCCC) is an open, collaborative group of organizations committed to ensuring access to the internet and the ability to engage the digital world throughout Miami County, Kansas.

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Digital Life Exchange (DLX)

The Digital Life Exchange (DLX) is a consortium of direct-service organizations and resource providers committed to active collaboration to better meet the digital needs of vulnerable and underserved populations across the greater Kansas City metro area.

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News

Digital Inclusion Week – 2026 Activities

What is Digital Inclusion Week?  Digital Inclusion Week (DIW) is an annual week of awareness, recognition and celebration. DIW is organized by the National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) and its 2,000+ affiliates nationwide. DIW raises awareness and promotes action for digital equity solutions. Communities all across the country will highlight their efforts online and in […]

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When Your Address Determines Your Access

The June meeting of the KC Coalition for Digital Inclusion brought together four voices from the region’s affordable housing and digital equity sectors for a rich conversation on how housing stability and internet access shape each other. Health Forward Foundation’s Adriana Pecina and John Tramel, LISC Greater Kansas City Executive Director Geoff Jolly, Hispanic Economic Development Corporation (HEDC) Executive Director Pedro Zamora, and Phoenix Family Program Manager Jessica Welch joined KC Digital Drive Digital Inclusion Program Manager Leslie Scott to explore what it means to live at the intersection of two of Kansas City’s most persistent inequities.

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Federal Tech Policy and DC Fly-ins

After visiting DC regularly for a number of years for conferences or other programs, it struck me that it might be worthwhile to meet with our federal legislators. I didn’t have an ask or an agenda, and KC Digital Drive does not have a policy portfolio per se. But we do engage with several federal […]

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Further Reading

Digital Inclusion Week – 2026 Activities

What is Digital Inclusion Week?  Digital Inclusion Week (DIW) is an annual week of awareness, recognition and celebration. DIW is organized by the National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) and its 2,000+ affiliates nationwide. DIW raises awareness and promotes action for digital equity solutions. Communities all across the country will highlight their efforts online and in […]

Read More

When Your Address Determines Your Access

The June meeting of the KC Coalition for Digital Inclusion brought together four voices from the region’s affordable housing and digital equity sectors for a rich conversation on how housing stability and internet access shape each other. Health Forward Foundation’s Adriana Pecina and John Tramel, LISC Greater Kansas City Executive Director Geoff Jolly, Hispanic Economic Development Corporation (HEDC) Executive Director Pedro Zamora, and Phoenix Family Program Manager Jessica Welch joined KC Digital Drive Digital Inclusion Program Manager Leslie Scott to explore what it means to live at the intersection of two of Kansas City’s most persistent inequities.

Read More

Federal Tech Policy and DC Fly-ins

After visiting DC regularly for a number of years for conferences or other programs, it struck me that it might be worthwhile to meet with our federal legislators. I didn’t have an ask or an agenda, and KC Digital Drive does not have a policy portfolio per se. But we do engage with several federal […]

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